Jun 30, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024

FILM 3750 - Directing


The course provides fundamentals in single-camera motion picture directing. Using directing exercises, lectures, and seminars, it focuses on directing methods including script analysis, acting/directing theory, rehearsal techniques, and the process of shaping the performance through mise-en-scene, camera placement, and movement.

Requisites: FILM 2440 or 3110 or 3400
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 laboratory
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will be able to conduct rehearsals with actors.
  • Students will be able to apply technical vocabulary in communicating with the actors.
  • Students will be able to produce and conduct an on-camera casting session.
  • Students will be able to create a miss-en-scene.
  • Students will be able to break down the script for rehearsals and preproduction.


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